Allu
Arjun’s rise as a pan-India superstar has been nothing short of phenomenal, especially after the massive success of Pushpa 2. With his fame reaching unprecedented heights, the actor has found himself at the centre of a viral controversy revolving around alleged strict rules for meeting him. Claims suggesting that people are barred from making eye contact or shaking hands with the star quickly spread across social media, with people debating if the star's humble image is fake. However, an official clarification from Allu Arjun’s team has now addressed these allegations, calling them completely baseless and warning of legal action against those spreading misinformation.
Allu Arjun has a 'no eye contact' rule?
Does Allu Arjun not want to shake hands or make eye contact - this is what the internet is discussing since morning. The controversy began after a brand strategist shared her experience during a podcast, where she spoke about the challenges of coordinating a brand shoot involving Allu Arjun. In the now-viral clip, she alleged that accessing the actor required going through a large entourage, multiple managers, and a long list of instructions. According to her, the team had allegedly enforced as many as 42 dos and don’ts for anyone meeting the star.
What caught public attention were her claims that some of these guidelines included not shaking hands with Allu Arjun and avoiding direct eye contact with him. The strategist implied that these rules were strictly enforced by the actor’s management team, which reportedly consists of several managers overseeing different aspects of his professional commitments.As the clip circulated widely, social media platforms were flooded with reactions. Many users expressed shock and disappointment, debating whether celebrity protocols in India had reached extreme levels. Others questioned the credibility of the claims, pointing out that Allu Arjun has long been known for his grounded public image and warm interactions with fans and colleagues.
Allu Arjun's team warn legal consequences
Amid the growing chatter, Allu Arjun’s manager issued an official statement on behalf of the actor, completely denying the allegations. The note from the actor’s office read, "Certain recent comments made about Mr. Allu Arjun are completely baseless and untrue," and stated that he has always conducted himself with the utmost dignity and honour.
The statement further said that the actor is taking these false allegations seriously and his legal team is initiating defamation proceedings against those responsible for spreading these rumours. The note ended with a request to refrain from further spreading unverified information. The strong wording of the statement makes it clear that the actor is not taking the controversy lightly.As things stand, the allegations appear to be unverified and inaccurate. With legal consequences now on the table, those responsible for spreading such claims might soon face repercussions.